Artist Sunday Nobody, who you might remember offered a puzzle box prize of canned baked beans, is back. This time he’s got a vending machine pop-up in New York City that spits out hilarious fake IDs.
It’s not legal, I checked with layers.
The machine is a one-day-only experience on Saturday, April 29 at 197 Bond Street in Brooklyn. If you missed out, not to worry, you can order a custom fake ID from the artist’s website for just $20.
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The concept behind “PAW Patrol” emerged from Keith Chapman’s interest in creating content that would capture the imagination of young viewers with its blend of lovable characters and engaging storylines focused on problem-solving, teamwork, and community service. The original idea came from watching how children were fascinated by both dogs and vehicles, leading to the creation of a show where each character is paired with a vehicle suited to their specific abilities.
Sushi has a long and rich history that dates back to the 4th century BC in Southeast Asia, but it became distinctly Japanese over time. Initially, sushi was a method of preserving fish: the fish was salted and wrapped in fermented rice as a means of preservation. This early form of sushi, known as “narezushi,” was developed primarily for sustenance and could be stored for months without spoiling. However, people would only eat the fish and discard the rice.
The practice of eating both rice and fish together eventually evolved into “haya-zushi” during the Muromachi period (1336–1573), which allowed for a shorter fermentation process and introduced vinegar to enhance flavor and preserve the fish. This marked a shift towards sushi becoming more of a culinary dish rather than just a method of preservation.
In the Edo period (1603–1868), fresh fish began to be consumed with rice thanks to the development of “hayazushi,” which significantly shortened the preparation time. Around this time, “Edomae zushi” or “nigiri sushi”—slices of fresh fish served over pressed rice seasoned with vinegar—was invented in Tokyo (then called Edo). It became popular as fast food sold from street stalls due to its quick preparation and delicious taste.
During the 19th century, sushi continued to evolve and spread throughout Japan, adapting to local tastes and ingredients. In the 20th century, sushi restaurants began to open up around the world, introducing this unique style of cuisine to international audiences. The 1970s saw the advent of kaitenzushi (conveyor belt sushi) restaurants in Japan, making sushi even more accessible and helping to popularize it further.
Today, sushi is enjoyed globally in many forms, including traditional nigiri and maki rolls, as well as fusion styles that incorporate non-traditional ingredients and cooking techniques. Despite these changes, the core concept of combining vinegared rice with fresh, high-quality ingredients remains central to sushi’s identity.
Having a vending machine at home can be both a fun and practical addition, offering convenience and a touch of novelty to your living space. Here are some ideas and considerations for setting up a vending machine in your home:
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Setting Up Your Home Vending Machine:
Incorporating a vending machine into your home can add a layer of convenience and enjoyment, making everyday tasks a bit more exciting. Whether it’s for practical reasons or simply for fun, a home vending machine offers a creative solution to snack storage and retrieval.
This poor Vending Machine is badly damaged.
Fortunately there is so much love around and hopefully the residents there can enjoy Coke again soon!
Blending in with the surrounding townscape, the door to the uninitiated eye looks precisely like a vending machine. The fact that a genuine real vending machine is installed only 2 meters away, and lit up at night, only adds to the general confusion.
Inevitably, some passers-by, duped into believing the vending machine is real, attempt to insert coins to buy a drink.
On closer inspection, the door reveals the word “Push,” but otherwise there is no store name, sign or even a menu displayed to give any hint of what’s on the other side.
This is actually a pub, but even people in the neighborhood remained unsure where the eatery was located.
For a while, Takata, the owner feared the location of his premises might prove too confusing to attract a steady flow of customers. But now he is confident his business will prosper, especially after it featured on social media and television shows.
MrBeast, creator of YouTube’s Mr. Beast, displayed the world’s largest gumball machine at Vidcon in Los Angeles. A prize was awarded when fans placed a giant coin made specifically for the machine in a slot.
Mr. Beast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, is renowned for his extravagant charitable acts and stunts on his YouTube channel, which has garnered him a massive following.
One of his most notable charitable efforts includes the “Team Trees” initiative in 2019, where he collaborated with fellow YouTuber Mark Rober to raise over $20 million to plant 20 million trees around the world, in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation. This effort was notably successful due to the participation of numerous online personalities and the broader internet community.
Mr. Beast’s generosity doesn’t stop there; he often gives away large sums of money to individuals, organizations, and even strangers through various challenges and giveaways featured in his videos. His content not only entertains but also inspires acts of kindness, making him a standout figure in the world of social media for leveraging his platform for good. Furthermore, he has continued to expand his influence beyond YouTube, venturing into philanthropy and other business enterprises, all while maintaining a strong commitment to making a positive impact on the world.
Coined the ‘Dream Machine’ and located in London’s King’s Cross station, the vending machine dispenses boxed mattresses to winning visitors at the press of a button.
It was created to help Brits get a new mattress, after study revealed 32% of adults are sleeping on one ‘well past its best.’
This is although 75% believe you can’t put a price on a good night’s sleep, while 80% consider a decent mattress to be a sound investment.
The study also found 18% have a mattress older than the recommended shelf-life of 7 to 10 years.
“So we launched the ‘Dream Machine’ to remind time-strapped commuters of the importance of a good mattress for a good night’s sleep and how easy it can be – whilst giving them the chance to pick-up a comfy new mattress for free in an instant.”
When asked why they haven’t replaced their mattresses, the study revealed 25% simply haven’t had chance to get a new one.
There are now more and more vending machines popping up around the world selling local art products and other interesting items.
Bellingham, Washington, US. (Pocket Box Vending Machine)
The vending machines are stocked with goodies that the company owner sources from local businesses and artists, as well as from her own thrift shop treasure hunts. The majority of items are priced between $5 to $20.
Each location has a unique selection — Black Sheep’s machine, for example, includes local artist Bridget Dahlman-Oeth’s collectible, themed art boxes made from repurposed Altoid tins that go for $10.
“My favorite thing is going back to a venue and just watching people engage [with the vending machine], and it’s exciting obviously when they purchase something, but just the pointing and giggles and excitement is just so great.”
Graczyk (Pocket Box Vending Machine Owner)
Vancouver, Canada. (Pocket Box Vending Machine)
The city’s first art vending machine began operating at the Garden Court of Bentall Centre and is a collaboration between Vancouver Vending Co, Downtown Van, and Bentall Centre. According to curator Crystal Lau, it’s already a big hit with artists and art lovers.
Asahi Soft Drinks is experimenting with CO2 resource recycling using vending machines. The new model is designed to absorb CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into industrial raw materials such as fertilizer and concrete. This initiative allows Japan to be one step closer to its mission of achieving a decarbonised society.
At the moment, each machine is capable of offsetting 20 percent of the CO2 emissions generated from the production of the electricity it requires to operate. With improvement, the hope is that these vending machines will achieve carbon neutrality in the future, where CO2 emissions are equal to absorption.
Close to 30 vending machines will be installed in various indoor spots where CO2 concentration is high, as well as in outdoor areas in Kanto and Kansai.
As for how the absorbed CO2 will be used, Asahi states: “various industrial applications, through co-creation with local governments and businesses”. These include boosting soil carbon sequestration and using CO2 as an additive in concrete to form submerged seaweed beds.
Efforts to absorb CO2 are crucial in addressing global challenges posed by climate change, protecting biodiversity, and ensuring sustainable development for future generations.